Job Description
Employment Legal EA
Leading London law firm, based in the heart of the West End, is seeking an exceptional Legal EA who thrives as a trusted gatekeeper, supporting two very busy Partners in the firm’s Employment & Immigration practice.
* Salary to £47,000 (flexibility)
* Hybrid working – 3 days in the office / 2 days remote
* Generous employee benefits
* 27 days annual leave
* Annual wellbeing fund
Employment Legal EA Key Responsibilities:
* Take full ownership of partner diaries, proactively managing appointments, meetings, and logistics, including resolving conflicts and escalating critical issues
* Manage partner inboxes, draft and respond to emails, and highlight urgent client matters
* Oversee compliance, billing, and WIP processes, including coordinating financial review meetings
* Schedule regular diary reviews and follow up on outstanding actions from meetings
* Attend meetings, take accurate minutes, and track progress on action items
* Liaise with Marketing & Business Development teams to support events, seminars, and conferences
* Arrange and manage all travel requirements, including flights, accommodation, visas, and currency
Employment Legal EA Skills & Requirements:
* Proven experience supporting Partners in a similar Legal PA / EA role within a law firm
* Confident and professional manner, able to build strong relationships with partners and clients
* Highly skilled in complex diary management, with the ability to anticipate issues and deliver effective solutions
* Enthusiastic and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a busy, demanding role
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills